# Niacinamide and cholesterol

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-cholesterol

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the United States.

Work well together

Use them together in the same routine, applying [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide) first and following with a product containing [cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol). Niacinamide helps your skin produce its own natural barrier oils, while cholesterol works directly to lock in that moisture and repair dry areas. You can use both daily without any special changes, as they naturally support each other.

- [All about niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide)
- [All about cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol)

### [Niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide) products

- [La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-double-repair-face-moisturizer/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [$24.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9SPQHQ?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cerave/foaming-facial-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [$15.97 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N1LL62W?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cetaphil/gentle-skin-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [$13.44 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099N3NM61?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [$19.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N7T7JKJ?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/dr-althea/345-relief-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [$27.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKGJYFC8?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/biodance/bio-collagen-real-deep-mask/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [$19.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2RM68G2?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/olay/regenerist-micro-sculpting-cream/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [$23.54 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007M81B4M?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cerave/resurfacing-retinol-serum/for/dark-spots) — High fit — [$16.44 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VWSN95S?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cerave/pm-facial-moisturizing-lotion/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [$13.62 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00365DABC?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/medicube/pdrn-pink-peptide-serum/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [$18.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DBF65JYY?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cerave/renewing-sa-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [$12.37 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U1YCRD8?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/medicube/collagen-jelly-cream/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [$14.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGPSZVW3?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

### [Cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol) products

- [CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cerave/hydrating-facial-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [$16.97 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RL88DD2?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cerave/daily-moisturizing-lotion/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [$20.15 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RK4HST7?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/illiyoon/ceramide-ato-concentrate-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [$24.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077RTL1HJ?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/skinceuticals/triple-lipid-restore-2-4-2/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Cetaphil Ceramide Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cetaphil/ceramide-serum/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [$13.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZD72G5W?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Curél Deep Moisture Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/curel/deep-moisture-spray/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [$14.59 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FXHKH3GH?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe Comforting Eye Makeup Remover](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/cerave/comforting-eye-makeup-remover/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Thayers Barrier Bestie Ultra Whip Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/thayers/barrier-bestie-ultra-whip-cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Ceradan Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/ceradan/cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Ceradan Skin Barrier Repair Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/ceradan/skin-barrier-repair-cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Neostrata Resurface Lotion Plus](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/neostrata/resurface-lotion-plus/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Aestura Ato Barrier 365 Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/aestura/ato-barrier-365-lotion/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit — [$32.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07S5K16W7?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## Questions and answers

### Can you use niacinamide and cholesterol together?

Yes, you can use [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide) and [cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol) together because they work well to strengthen your skin barrier and enhance lipid synthesis. It is best to combine them in moisturizers and repair creams for all skin types, especially dry, sensitive, or mature skin.

### Which goes first, niacinamide or cholesterol?

Niacinamide and cholesterol work well together and can be combined in moisturizers and repair creams to help strengthen your skin barrier. Applying them together helps enhance lipid synthesis for all skin types, especially dry, sensitive, or mature skin.

### Are niacinamide and cholesterol good for sensitive skin?

Yes, niacinamide and cholesterol work well together to strengthen the skin barrier and enhance lipid synthesis. This combination is especially beneficial for dry, sensitive, and mature skin types.

## Research on niacinamide and cholesterol

- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/) Niacinamide · Antioxidants, 2021
- [Randomized controlled study for the anti-aging effect of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide after laser therapy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/) Niacinamide · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39009698/) Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024

## Other combinations

- Depends on the strength: [Retinol and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/retinol-and-niacinamide)
- Depends on the strength: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-niacinamide)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-citric-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Glycolic acid and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-niacinamide)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-lactic-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-mandelic-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-salicylic-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-gluconolactone)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-lactobionic-acid)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-lauric-acid)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-linoleic-acid)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Depends on the strength: [Adapalene and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/adapalene-and-niacinamide)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-hydroxypinacolone-retinoate)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and pro-retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-pro-retinol)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and retinal](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-retinal)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-retinoid-blend)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and tretinoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-tretinoin)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and vitamin A](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-vitamin-a)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-acetyl-hexapeptide-3)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-bio-placenta-peptides)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-collagen-peptide)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-copper-peptide)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-hexapeptide)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-hexapeptide-9)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-peptide-rich-plasma)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-hyaluronic-acid)
- Work well together: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Bio-placenta peptides and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-collagen-peptide)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-copper-peptide)
- Work well together: [Hexapeptide and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-hexapeptide-9)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-peptide-rich-plasma)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Work well together: [Hyaluronic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and bakuchiol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-bakuchiol)
- Work well together: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Glycolic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Lactic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and zinc](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-zinc)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and zinc gluconate](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-zinc-gluconate)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and zinc oxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-zinc-oxide)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and zinc sulfate](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-zinc-sulfate)
- Work well together: [Benzoyl peroxide and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-niacinamide)
- Keep them apart: [Niacinamide and lipohydroxy acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-lipohydroxy-acid)
- Work well together: [Ferulic acid and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-niacinamide)
- Work well together: [Green tea and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/green-tea-and-niacinamide)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-vitamin-e)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/cholesterol-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Niacinamide and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-isopropyl-alcohol)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and ascorbyl glucoside](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide-and-ascorbyl-glucoside)

## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi checks every pairing with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this pairing advice: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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